2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Peugeot 1007

To start off, both 2005 Opel Vectra and 2005 Peugeot 1007 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (74 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 334 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 1007. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 1007.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Vectra 2005 Peugeot 1007
Make Opel Peugeot
Model Vectra 1007
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1360 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 174 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5650 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 75.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 1251 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 3740 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.2 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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